Scott shares how he moved from strict keto to a more sustainable low-carb, clean-eating lifestyle, along with what “clean” means to him, reading labels, avoiding additives, and choosing simpler ingredients. We also talk about the real-life side of eating this way, from family gatherings to eating out, and finding a balance that feels sustainable.

The conversation also touches on inflammation, IBS, hypoglycemia, and how different bodies respond differently to carbs and processed foods. Tl;dr? It’s not about a single right answer, it’s about paying attention and finding what works for you.

We’re joined by Dannielle’s brother, Scott, who shares his experience with testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). What started as frustrating changes in focus and energy turned into a deeper look at how men’s hormones shift with age and what it actually takes to manage them.

We get into what TRT looks like in real life, including testing, ongoing monitoring, and figuring out what works for your body. Scott also shares some unexpected moments from his journey and what he’s learned along the way.

It’s a conversation that highlights just how much overlap there is between men’s and women’s hormone experiences, from brain fog to joint pain to the challenge of finding good care.

In this episode we’re talking about menopausal “morning stiffies.” Not those stiffies—the kind where your hips, back, and joints feel like they locked up while you were sleeping and it takes a minute (or ten) to get moving.

We talk about why this happens, including hormonal changes—especially declining estrogen (a topic we somehow manage to talk about almost every episode). Turns out estrogen plays a role in inflammation, joint health, muscles, and even how we experience pain.

We also compare notes on what might help ease the stiffness:

• stretching and gentle movement
• walking and strength training
• paying attention to inflammation triggers like alcohol and diet
• small habits that help your body wake up a little easier

As always, we’re just three friends sharing what we’re learning as we go.

If you’ve ever woken up feeling like your body aged 20 years overnight, this one’s for you.

From uncharacteristic anxiety and unexplained nausea to sleep disruptions and everything in between, Kay opens up about the symptoms that caught her completely off guard—daily changes that left her feeling unlike herself.

Like many of us, she grew up in a household where menopause wasn’t exactly a talking point. Her mom didn’t offer much guidance, but a supportive aunt helped fill in some of the gaps and Kay took it from there. In true Gen X fashion, she took matters into her own hands, diving into the research, asking questions, and starting the conversations she wished she’d had earlier.

Now, she’s paying it forward by sharing what’s helped, what hasn’t, and all the resources she wishes she had from the start (some of them are linked in the show notes!).

In this episode, Kay talks about:

• The symptoms that blindsided her
• How she communicates about menopause with her family
• Coping tools and mindset shifts that help
• Books, Instagram accounts, and other resources she recommends

Whether you're just starting your menopause journey or you're deep in it, Kay’s honest and insightful story will leave you feeling seen, supported, and a little more equipped.

Grab a cozy seat and come listen.

This episode was inspired by Melani Sanders (founder of the "We Do Not Care Club") and her vulnerable and unfiltered social media post about having a down day. You're not alone, Melani. We have those days, too. 

It’s important to acknowledge the hard days, to give ourselves the space and grace to feel what we’re feeling. So come join us. Let’s talk about the messy stuff. Let’s commiserate, and maybe even find a little comfort in the process.

Our friend Christine Doyle Opela joins us to share her menopause journey and talk frankly about everything from urinary tract infections to sagging vaginas. We also discuss the pros and cons of various applications of estrogen treatment. This is a fun and educational episode you won't want to miss!

In this episode, we talk about using this transition as a natural turning point for personal growth. Listen as Dannielle, Carrie, and Krissy get personal and talk about big life changes and meaningful milestones. Let's celebrate our "menopause era!"

Whether you come from a different faith background or none at all, we hope you'll join us for this interesting perspective on our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. 

Grab your beverage of choice and settle in for the rest of our chat with Stephanie and a little Fine Whine Time.

It's a fascinating discussion and since there was so much to discuss (let's face it, we are a chatty bunch), we decided to break the conversations into TWO episodes. So this is the first of a two-part conversation and we hope you enjoy it, whether you come from a different faith tradition or none at all!

Grab your beverage of choice and settle in for some news updates, menopause moments, the Hoohah Weather Report, and our chat with Stephanie.

Episode 9 is a bit of a hodgepodge, but it’s actually on purpose and not due to ADHD. We’ve got some follow-up conversations about previous episode topics, and we get slightly political as we talk about the impact of current legislation on women’s rights and women’s healthcare. We wrap it with some exciting menopausal mentions in pop-culture. More than any time in history, women are SPEAKING UP about menopause, normalizing conversations about it, and providing education to empower this generation and the ones to follow. We are here for it!!

Tune in for all of that and to see what’s happening on the Hoohah Weather Report and get a taste of Fine Whine Time.

In this episode you'll hear about Rebecca's journey with both, how she manages treatment (and life!), and what's been helpful for her. We touch on the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, discuss how life-changing the Dexcom continuous glucose monitoring system is, and discuss whether estrogen cream is limited to the vaj or might have applications elsewhere. 

Rebecca and her husband also own an alpaca farm in rural Michigan so you know we take a sidebar into alpaca land. Listen and you'll learn some unexpected facts about alpaca dryer balls in this episode!

Join us for plenty of laughs and some real-life experience about the intersection of menopause and diabetes.

Some menopausal symptoms are annoying but more benign (hello, hotflashes!) but other symptoms are downright scary and may leave you panicked and feeling like you're on death's door. This is no joke! In this episode, we talk about scary symptoms that make us feel like we're dying and how we can differentiate between the true life-threatening symptoms of a heart attack versus more symptoms fueled by menopause. As always, we discuss how estrogen (or the lack of it) impact our bodies.

We cover the importance of knowing our bodies, paying attention to what our bodies tell us, and advocating for our own health and wellness. Join us for another episode of sharing our real stories with you. Have a story you'd like to share? Drop us a line!

In this episode we're talking about menopause and midlife stress. There's a slew of adulting stresses that come with middle age, from work to family to just trying to live. We also talk about our place in the sandwich generation and what it looks like to be juggling menopause and caregiving roles. Join us for another honest conversation about life in the menopause era.

Join us for the second half of this two-part series as we discuss the cost of not addressing menopause in the workplace (spoiler alert: employers can't afford not to!), how bad-ass founder of The Menopause Hub Loretta Dignam is educating employers to enact change around menopause policies in the workplace, and our personal stories and strategies for overcoming brain fog and ADHD at work. This episode was originally recorded on October 27, 2024.